2027 PROFESSIONAL SERVICE-AFFORDABLE HOUSING ATTORNEY

The Township of Hamilton (Mercer County, NJ) is seeking a qualified attorney or law firm to provide comprehensive affordable‑housing legal services for the 2027 fiscal year. The scope includes counseling on affordable‑housing programs, drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, representing the township in related proceedings, and advising on policy implementation. The contract runs from January 1 2027 through December 31 2027 and will be awarded at a counsel meeting in January 2027. Respondents must submit a full proposal package by October 22 2026, including qualifications, references, insurance certificates, and required disclosures. • Legal counsel on affordable‑housing development, financing, and compliance • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, and inter‑governmental agreements • Representation in hearings, negotiations, and litigation related to affordable‑housing matters • Advising on state (NJ) and federal affordable‑housing statutes and local ordinances • Preparing reports and recommendations for township officials and committees • Mandatory submission of certifications, insurance, non‑collusion affidavit, and NJ Business Registration Certificate